2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Tesla |
| Model | Expedition | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2352 mm |
